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What is the difference between a glass chandelier and a crystal chandelier?
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The difference between a glass chandelier and a crystal chandelier is in the materials used to produce the light fixtures. Glass chandeliers are made of glass, a hard, brittle material made by melting together a combination of substances, such as sand, soda ash and limestone. When you add lead to these ingredients, you get crystal, a heavier material that can produce a reflective, sparkling effect when cut. Shop a diverse assortment of glass and crystal chandeliers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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1950s Italian Chandelier by Stilnovo in Brass, Black Enamel, and Opaline Glass
By Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
Original chandelier produced in Italy during the 1950s by Stilnovo, a rare and highly valuable piece of mid-century lighting design.
The structure is composed of a circular brass fr...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
XL Wave Pendant Lamp by Koch and Lowy for Peill and Putzler
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large smoked glass pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design and materials create a fantastic play of light in the room.
Very high-quality workmanship and a...
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
"Hana I" and " Hana II" Uchiwa Pendant Lights by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Pair of rare "Hana I" and "Hana II" chandeliers from then Uchiwa series by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany.
Executed in bamboo and 6 rice paper fans.
The chandeliers can ...
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Vintage 1970s German Japonisme Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Cotton, Paper, Bamboo
Scandinavian Alabaster Ceiling Lamp Attr. to Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, 1930s
Located in Bochum, NRW
A rare and elegant ceiling fixture attributed to *Harald Notini, designed for **Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Sweden, circa 1930s. This piece exemplifies the refined aesthetic of Swedi...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
1950s Italian Chandelier Attributed to Stilnovo in Black Enamelled Steel, Brass
Located in Rome, IT
Italian chandelier from the 1950s, attributed to Stilnovo, featuring a geometric and structural design. The frame is composed of black enamelled steel elements combined with solid br...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Edwardian Ornate Teardrop Cut Glass Light Pendant Lamp, C.1900
Located in London, GB
A stunning cut glass pendant light with ornate cast gallery. c.1900
Of beautiful design and form, teardrop shaped hand-cut glass shade with bottom finial. High quality nickel plated...
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Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
